Uttarakhand (6 National Parks)

Uttarakhand (6 National Parks):

  1. Corbett National Park
  2. Gangotri National Park
  3. Govind National Park
  4. Nanda Devi National Park
  5. Rajaji National Park
  6. Valley of Flowers National Park

Route Map for Uttarakhand National Parks Tour

Start Point: Delhi/Dehradun (as major entry points)

1. Rajaji National Park

  • Location: Near Haridwar and Rishikesh.
  • Best Entry Point: Haridwar (35 km from Dehradun).
  • Activities: Wildlife safaris, birdwatching, and nature walks.

2. Corbett National Park

  • Location: Ramnagar, Nainital district.
  • Distance from Rajaji: ~160 km (5-6 hours by road).
  • Activities: Jeep safari, tiger spotting, river rafting (in certain seasons).

3. Govind National Park

  • Location: Uttarkashi district.
  • Distance from Corbett: ~290 km (9-10 hours by road, via Rishikesh and Uttarkashi).
  • Activities: Trekking, wildlife exploration, and birdwatching.
  • Notable Treks: Har Ki Doon, Ruinsara Tal.

4. Gangotri National Park

  • Location: Near Gangotri, Uttarkashi district.
  • Distance from Govind National Park: ~90 km (4-5 hours by road).
  • Activities: Glacier trekking (Gangotri Glacier), exploring alpine meadows, and spotting high-altitude fauna.

5. Nanda Devi National Park

  • Location: Chamoli district.
  • Distance from Gangotri National Park: ~240 km (8-9 hours by road via Uttarkashi and Joshimath).
  • Activities: Trekking (Nanda Devi Inner Sanctuary), exploring UNESCO World Heritage landscapes.

6. Valley of Flowers National Park

  • Location: Near Nanda Devi National Park, Chamoli district.
  • Distance from Nanda Devi: ~20 km (Requires a trek from Govindghat).
  • Activities: Trekking and exploring the blooming valley (best time: July to September).

End Point: Dehradun/Delhi

  • From Valley of Flowers, return via:
    • Joshimath → Rishikesh → Dehradun/Delhi (~350 km).

Suggested Duration:

  • 10-14 Days depending on activity preferences.

Tips:

  1. Prioritize permits and bookings, as some parks like Nanda Devi and Valley of Flowers have limited entry.
  2. Visit in the post-monsoon season (October-November) for dry roads or summer (April-June) for clear trekking routes.
  3. Stay flexible for weather conditions, especially in high-altitude parks like Gangotri and Nanda Devi.